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KAWS 4 PAWS
“I found myself constantly saying, In their 11 months together, KAWS has ‘Something more needs to be done to saved 31 at-risk animals -- the majority help these animals,’” said Kaua`i Animal from the Kaua`i Humane Society. Welfare Society (KAWS) co-founder, Dinah KAWS seeks to provide affordable spay Chao. After years of rescuing on her and neuter programs and education on own, Dinah connected with Ally Kirk, who the proper care and treatment of animals. had also been rescuing They support island homeless and needy residents who foster We sincerely animals for years, and the pets by assisting with vet appreciate all the two co-founded KAWS. care, food, and supplies. Within a few months of launching KAWS, Kim Foster and David Schwartz joined the team. Kim is part of the rescue missions and fundraising. David is the legal advisor. KAWS’s most recent member is Allison Jacobson, who oversees cat rescues.
donations and support we have received from the people of Kauai and our followers on the mainland. We are overwhelmed by everyone’s generosity.
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KAWS also transfers adoptable pets to homes or foster families on the mainland. KAWS works with five fosters - three on Kaua`i and two in Portland. Toni Colvin, owner of Dog Tribe Doggy Daycare in Portland, OR, has been